In what is undoubtedly the most competitive elite marathon field to ever be assembled not only on South African soil but the African continent too, the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has put together a mouthwatering field of 8 platinum and 10 gold athletes to compete in the race on Sunday 19 October as the event works towards becoming Africa’s very first Abbott World Marathon Major race. Speaking at yesterday’s (17 October) Sanlam Cape Town Marathon CEO Clark Gardner, praised his

Rising Athletics Free State (AFS) middle-distance runner Molantwa Maleho is fast making a name for himself on the national stage, proving that dedication and discipline can turn raw talent into golden results. After bursting onto the scene at last year's ASA cross-country championships in Vanderbijlpark with a blistering win in the Boys' U8 1km race (3:37), the youngster showed his performance was no fluke as he did it again in 2025. Maleho on top of the podium at the 2025 AS

The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is just a few days away and some of the world’s fastest marathoners are arriving in South Africa's coastal city to compete in a world-class event, with many seeking a fast time. In the men's race, local hopes will be pinned on three-time champion Stephen Mokoka, the country's marathon record holder Elroy Gelant, reigning Half-Marathon Champion Thabang Mosiako, and Adam Lipschitz to challenge East Africans for the top honours .  Despite his recent

Zanele Maisa and Benkosi Maqwara rose above the challenge of Alexandra's demanding hills to reign supreme at the Zet Sinqe Series Run 3, storming to victory in the women’s and men's 5km races at the Altrec Sports Complex on October 11. Maisa, who will is likely to represent South Africa at next year's World Athletics cross-country championships in the USA after her fifth place in the women's 10km at the ASA trials, showed her class in the women's race, winning by almost thre

Battling through rain-soaked streets and slippery turns, South Africa’s long-distance star Irvette van Zyl and Paulus Daniel of Namibia rose above the elements to claim the women’s and men’s half-marathon titles at the inaugural CAA Region 5 Marathon in Pretoria yesterday. Van Zyl, known for her relentless pace and racing grit, powered to yet another commanding win to secure the R50 000 prize money, while Daniel delivered a composed and tactical performance to outlast a compe

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